This year, I started my reading program a little differently, focusing on making sure that students knew how to pick a just-right book, taking out the authentic books out of my library (for now) and increasing the days per week that we read. I have seen a HUGE difference!
First, the kids are FINISHING books! When they finish, I have them write a quick post-it review (title, stars out of five, one or more French words to describe the book, and their name) and they put it on their spot on the wall. I got this from someone else, but I don't remember who...
Second, the kids are TALKING to each other about the books!! At the end of FVR, I hear them asking what their book is about, where they are in it, and if they like it. On their own!
Third, there is NO GROANING when I say that it's time to read.
Fourth, I am 1/3 of the way through my own French book already this year...
Read my next blog post to find out about another way reading is working well this year!
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